Archive · 5 Jan 2026
Bret Hanna-Shuford, Wicked Actor, Dies at 46
Bret Hanna-Shuford was a famous actor who performed in many Broadway shows like 'Wicked' and 'The Little Mermaid'.
He was married to Stephen Hanna-Shuford.
Sadly, Bret passed away on January 3, 2026, at the age of 46.
He had been fighting a very rare and serious illness called Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) and T-Cell Lymphoma for a long time.
His husband shared the news on Instagram and said that Bret died peacefully surrounded by his family.
Bret started acting as a child and worked in many famous plays and TV shows.
He will be remembered for his amazing performances and the love he shared with his family.
Bret Hanna-Shuford, known for his roles in 'Wicked' and 'The Little Mermaid', passed away at 46.
He died on January 3, 2026, after a prolonged battle with Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) and T-Cell Lymphoma.
His husband, Stephen Hanna-Shuford, confirmed the news on Instagram.
Bret began his acting career as a child and performed in various Broadway shows and TV series.
He is survived by his husband and family, who shared a heartfelt message about his passing.
- Who
- Bret Hanna-Shuford, a former Broadway actor known for his roles in 'Wicked' and 'The Little Mermaid'
- What
- His passing after a prolonged battle with a rare and aggressive form of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) and T-Cell Lymphoma
- When
- January 3, 2026
- Where
- Orlando, Florida
- Why
- Due to complications from HLH and T-Cell Lymphoma
- Name
- Bret Hanna-Shuford
- Date of Birth
- May 20, 1979
- Date of Death
- January 3, 2026
- Cause of Death
- Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) and T-Cell Lymphoma
- Notable Works
- Wicked, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast
- Spouse
- Stephen Hanna-Shuford